Malaysian are enthusiastic sportsmen and many international sports are played in the country. The bright, tropical climate ensures that most sports can be enjoyed throughout the year. Popular national sports include soccer, badminton, hockey, tennis, squash. Other favourites are biking, cricket, bowling, rugby, table-tennis, softball and grand prix racing.
Malaysia has a long coastline with several offshore island and sea sports are coming to fore. There are plenty of opportunities to water-ski and wind-surf or snorkel and dive in the many islands and marine parks found throughout the country. The country's large river system has made canoeing and white water rafting popular adventure sports.
On a national level soccer is played at school right up to international level. Soccer matches and competitions such as the semi-pro league and the malaysian cup are two popular matches. Badminton is another favourite sport with international competitions held from time to time.
Malaysia also has a great variety of excellent golf courses scattered around the country. Golfing holidays are becoming trendy and combine splendid golf course to play in with the country's many other attractions.
